Compare performance (65 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mazda MX-30?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Spring has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16363 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Dacia Spring: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Mazda MX-30 with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Dacia Spring performs significantly better – achieving up to 228 km, about 143 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mazda MX-30 has a convincingly edge – offering 170 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mazda MX-30 performs somewhat better – reaching 140 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mazda MX-30 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is convincingly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 836 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers somewhat more room – 350 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda MX-30 performs a bit better – up to 1155 L, which is about 151 L more than the Dacia Spring.
When it comes to payload, Mazda MX-30 distinct takes the win – 402 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
Overall, the Dacia Spring shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Dacia Spring is an unpretentious city electric that strips EV ownership down to the essentials, offering clean, fuss-free transport for daily urban life. It won't impress luxury-seekers, but its cheerful practicality and rock-bottom running costs make it a clever, no-nonsense choice for anyone who wants electric mobility without the drama.
detailsThe Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
30800 - 37100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
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Electric Range
225 - 228 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
22 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
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Curb weight
1849 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
4395 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
1555 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
402 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
44 - 65 HP
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Power HP
170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
33 - 48 kW
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Power kW
125 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mazda
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The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.